PSCRB - Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Exit Exam Questions - Set 6

Question 1

What type of engine is mandatory for fast rescue boats requiring speeds of 20+ knots?

Accepted Answer

A: Inboard diesel engine with waterjet propulsion or approved outboard marine engine

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B: Steam turbine

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C: Coal-fired engine

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D: Kerosene engine

Question 2

What precaution must be taken when towing an inflatable life raft behind a motor rescue boat?

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A: Tow from the life raft towing bridle, increase length of towline in heavy seas, and maintain moderate speed (< 5 knots)

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B: Tow at 25 knots full speed

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C: Tie towline to life raft canopy arches

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D: Tow backward with sea anchor deployed

Question 3

What item inside a survival craft equipment kit is used to signal distress by flashing reflected sunlight?

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A: Signaling mirror (Heliograph) with central sighting hole

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B: Magnifying glass

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C: Prism binocular

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D: Plastic lens cover

Question 4

What requirement applies to the painter line of a lifeboat when stowed on davits?

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A: Rigged forward of the davits, led outside all falls and rigging, and secured to a strong point on ship hull

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B: Coiled inside engine room

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C: Tied around davit winch brake handle

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D: Left unattached

Question 5

What is the function of the hydrostatic release unit (HRU) test pin / indicator?

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A: Indicates HRU expiry date and verifies internal spring diaphragm seal integrity

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B: Starts lifeboat engine

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C: Measures water salinity

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D: Fires signal rocket

Question 6

What safety equipment must be worn by all crew members during lifeboat launching drills?

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A: Approved lifejacket, hard hat with chin strap, protective footwear, and suitable work clothing

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B: Swimwear only

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C: Raincoat without lifejacket

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D: Cotton gloves only

Question 7

What is the primary action to stabilize a person rescued from cold water who is suffering from mild hypothermia?

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A: Remove wet clothing, wrap in warm dry blankets/TPAs, shelter in warm room, give warm sweet drinks if conscious

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B: Give alcohol or hot coffee immediately

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C: Place in hot bath at 50 degrees C

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D: Rub limbs vigorously with snow

Question 8

What is the function of the drain valve (auto-drain valve) fitted in the bottom of a lifeboat hull?

Accepted Answer

A: Automatically drains rainwater when boat is stowed on davits, and seals automatically when boat enters sea water

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B: Drains fuel oil into sea

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C: Admits sea water to sink boat

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D: Cools engine sump

Question 9

What capsize recovery system is fitted to rigid rescue boats?

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A: Self-righting frame with inflatable CO2 transom bag activated automatically or manually when inverted

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B: Heavy lead keel ballast

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C: Dual outboard motors

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D: Automatic parachute

Question 10

What is the function of the emergency tiller supplied with a lifeboat?

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A: Connects directly to top of rudder stock to steer manually if steering wheel linkage breaks

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B: Starts engine manually

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C: Operates bilge pump

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D: Locks davit brake

Question 11

What quantity of thermal protective aids (TPAs) is required in a lifeboat equipped for 100% of its complement?

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A: TPAs for 10% of the passenger capacity or 2 TPAs (whichever is greater), unless immersion suits are provided for all

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B: None required

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C: 1 TPA per person always

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D: 50 TPAs fixed

Question 12

What is the requirement for testing a lifeboat diesel engine during routine weekly inspections?

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A: Run engine in ahead and astern gear for at least 3 minutes (or per manufacturer guidance) to verify starting and transmission

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B: Run engine for 24 hours continuously

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C: Crank engine without fuel

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D: Test engine only in drydock

Question 13

What device inside a lifeboat displays engine cooling water temperature, oil pressure, and battery charging voltage?

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A: Engine instrument gauge panel at the coxswain station

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B: Ship bridge ECR monitor

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C: SART display

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D: Portable multitester

Question 14

What is the primary objective of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB) training?

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A: To take command of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch, operate engines, manage survivors, and use location devices

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B: To navigate commercial cargo ships across oceans

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C: To overhaul main engine turbochargers

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D: To conduct port customs clearance

Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB) (Set 6)

What type of engine is mandatory for fast rescue boats requiring speeds of 20+ knots?

Questions in PSCRB Set 6

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